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First Circuit Public Defender's Office is Hiring an Assistant Public Defender Near Orangeburg, SC
Assistant Public Defender
The First Circuit Public Defender Office is accepting applications for a full time Assistant Public Defender in our Orangeburg County Office.
Job Description and Qualifications: The Assistant Public Defender will provide every aspect of legal representation to persons charged with a state crime and who, because of indigence, cannot afford to retain an attorney. Duties include trials, court hearings, bond hearings, probation matters, client and witness interviews, investigation, mitigation and defenses, case negotiation, community outreach and related job duties as assigned by a supervisor. The candidate accepted for this job will be joining a strong criminal defense team in the Orangeburg County Office of the First Circuit Public Defender. The team includes experienced attorneys, investigators and a sentencing/mitigation specialist along with the best support staff.
Candidate must:
- Be a member of the SC Bar, in good standing.
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Be able to conduct legal research and possess ability to analyze cases and legal opinions.
- Have a strong work ethic and be committed to the service of public defense.
- Be a US citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
Salary and Benefits: Salary Commensurate with experience. Full benefits package available, including health and dental insurance and State retirement.
To apply for the position of Public Defender, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to Lauren Kizer at laurenk@1stcircuitpd.com no later than March 26, 2024.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Bar (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Full Time
$93k-126k (estimate)
09/21/2023
05/25/2024
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